Jepara Regency Proposes Revitalisation of 199 Schools to Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education
Jepara (ANTARA) - The Jepara Regency Government in Central Java has proposed the revitalisation of 199 schools to the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education (Kemendikdasmen) of the Republic of Indonesia, as an effort to improve the quality of educational facilities and infrastructure in the region.
“The education sector is the spearhead of regional development. Therefore, the Jepara Regency Government is committed to preparing a superior generation that is characterful, religious, and ready to face future challenges,” said Regent of Jepara Witiarso Utomo, in Jepara on Thursday.
He stated that this commitment is manifested through various strategic programmes, one of which is the improvement of educational facility quality in Jepara Regency.
In 2025, the Jepara Regency Government has realised the revitalisation of 103 educational units consisting of six early childhood education units, 58 primary schools, and 39 junior secondary schools with a 100 per cent achievement.
Meanwhile, for 2026, the Jepara Regency Government has again submitted a proposal for revitalisation assistance for 199 schools to Kemendikdasmen. Currently, the proposal is still in the verification stage.
“I request prayers and support so that all these submissions can be approved and provide broader benefits for education in Jepara,” said Witiarso.
In addition to focusing on infrastructure, the Jepara Regency Government is also rolling out several flagship programmes in the education sector, including the Prosperous Teacher Card and the Jepara Scholar Card.
To date, 10,827 teachers have received benefits from the Prosperous Teacher Card programme. Meanwhile, 2,398 students and university students have received scholarships through the Jepara Scholar Card programme.
In 2026, the Jepara Scholar Card programme will continue for previous recipients and be added with new recipients supported by the National Zakat Agency (Baznas). Cooperation with various universities is also being strengthened to support the continuity of the programme.
The Prosperous Teacher Card programme will also be expanded with a target of 18,364 recipients.